Asola - Badnapur, Jalna
Asola is a village situated in the Badnapur tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnapur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Asola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asola is 547701. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.74 hectares and falls under the 431213 pincode. Jalna is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Asola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asola
As per Census 2011, Asola village has a total population of 858 people, consisting of 470 males and 388 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 566 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | 470 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 64 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 566 | 362 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 108 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Asola
Asola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindhi Pimpalgaon | South | 1.60 km |
| Pathar Deolgaon | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Chitoda | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Mandeolgaon | East | 2.63 km |
| Hiwara Rala | West | 3.48 km |
| Dhamangaon | North | 3.67 km |
| Mandwa | South | 3.86 km |
| Dagadwadi | East | 4.55 km |
| Tatewadi | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Pirpimpalgaon | South-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asola
Asola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jalna, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalna to Asola is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asola
Where is Asola located?
Asola village is located in Badnapur Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asola?
Asola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asola?
The pincode of Asola is 431213.
What is the population of Asola?
Asola has a total population of 858, including 470 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Asola?
There are 176 households in Asola.
What is the literacy rate in Asola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asola is 65.97%. Male literacy is 77.02% and female literacy is 52.58%.